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Network Meeting: Ofsted Updates
Microsoft TeamsOfsted Updates – Inspection & the Curriculum Network Join us for the next Ofsted Updates Network with Jude Simpson, designed for leaders and managers in early years settings, schools, and […]
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Teacher Training Information Session
Microsoft TeamsPen Green Initial Teacher Training Information Session Thinking about becoming a teacher? Join us for an informative and welcoming session to explore Initial Teacher Training (ITT) with Pen Green Research, […]
Webinar: The Impact of Tablet and Smartphone Use on Young Children
Microsoft TeamsMobile devices are now a common part of everyday life for many young children. Recent research suggests that by the age of four, more than half of children have their […]
Masters Degree Information Session
Microsoft TeamsMasters Degree Information Session Early Childhood & Education (Integrated Working with Families and Children) Thinking about taking the next step in your early years career? Join us for an informal […]
Apprenticeship Support Forum
Microsoft TeamsOur Apprenticeship Support Forum is a dedicated space for early years apprentices to come together, reflect on their experiences in practice, and deepen their understanding of new learning. These sessions […]
Outdoor Learning Network: Learning from Practice – Session 1
Microsoft TeamsJoin us for the next phase of our Outdoor Learning Network, where we move from discussion into real examples from practice. In this session, we are delighted to be joined […]
Apprenticeship Information Session – Level 3 & Level 5
Microsoft TeamsApprenticeship Information Session – Level 3 & Level 5 Thinking about taking the next step in your early years career? Join us for an informative and welcoming session to explore […]
How to Write Meaningful Observations
Microsoft TeamsHow to Write Meaningful Observations Many practitioners tell us that observation, assessment, and planning can feel overwhelming — especially when there’s pressure to record learning rather than truly understand it. […]
Baby Room Network – Planning for the youngest children
Microsoft TeamsBaby Room Network: Planning for Children’s Learning In our next Baby Room Network, we’ll be focusing on planning — thinking about how we plan for children’s learning in ways that […]
Webinar: Early Writing in the EYFS
Microsoft TeamsJoin us for this practical and reflective webinar exploring the foundations of early writing in the EYFS. Drawing on research, developmental understanding and real examples from practice, this session will […]
Foundation Degree Information Session
Microsoft TeamsLooking to build on your experience and develop your practice through degree-level study? Join us for an informal Foundation Degree Information Session and find out how Pen Green’s flexible, work-based […]
Kingswood Nursery Open Session
Kingswood Children's Centre Alberta Close, Corby, Northamptonshire, United KingdomIf you are looking for a nursery place for your child then we'd like to invite you to join us at our Nursery Stay & Play Session. Are you looking […]
Nursery Open Session for new parents
Pen Green Centre Pen Green Lane, Corby, NorthamptonshireLooking for the right nursery place for your child?Come and experience Pen Green Nursery! Join us for a relaxed Stay and Play session where you and your child can explore […]
Schema and Maths Network
Microsoft TeamsWe are excited to launch a new networking opportunity focused on schemas and mathematics in the early years. This network will explore how schema theory can support meaningful mathematical learning […]
Nursery Open Session for new parents – Afternoon
Pen Green Centre Pen Green Lane, Corby, NorthamptonshireLooking for the right nursery place for your child?Come and experience Pen Green Nursery! Join us for a relaxed Stay and Play session where you and your child can explore […]
NPQ Online Information Session
Microsoft TeamsNPQ Information Session Are you considering taking the next step in your leadership journey? Join us for an online information session to find out more about the National Professional Qualifications […]
There the Dance Is: A Two-Part Webinar Series with Professor Sam Wass
Microsoft TeamsHow do adults recognise when a child is ready to engage, beginning to drift, or becoming overwhelmed? In this two-part webinar series, Professor Sam Wass explores attention and regulation as […]
Masters Degree Online Information Session
Microsoft TeamsMasters Degree - Early Childhood & Education (Integrated Working with Families and Children) Online Information Session Thinking about taking the next step in your early years career? Join us online […]
Level 6: BA (Hons) Top-Up Online Information Session
Microsoft TeamsLevel 6 Qualification BA (Hons) Top-Up Early Childhood & Education (Integrated Working with Families and Children) Online Information Session Do you have a Foundation Degree or equivalent qualification and 240 […]
Lincolnshire Professional Development Day
Bishop Grosseteste University Longdales Road, LincolnLincolnshire Early Years Professional Development Day Supporting the Foundations for Early Writing Join us for a reflective and practice-focused professional development day exploring the foundations of early writing in the […]
Early Years Teacher Degree Apprenticeship (EYTDA) Information Session
Microsoft TeamsThinking about becoming an Early Years Teacher? Join us to discover the brand new Early Years Teacher Degree Apprenticeship (EYTDA), delivered by Pen Green Research, Development and Training Base in […]
Early Years Teacher Degree Apprenticeship (EYTDA) Information Session
Microsoft TeamsThinking about becoming an Early Years Teacher? Join us to discover the brand new Early Years Teacher Degree Apprenticeship (EYTDA), delivered by Pen Green Research, Development and Training Base in […]
Professional Development Visitor Day
Pen Green Centre Pen Green Lane, Corby, NorthamptonshireAre you passionate about early years education or curious to learn about the pioneering work at Pen Green? Join us for our Visitor Day at the Pen Green Centre for […]
Webinar: What about the babies? Working Together towards a Vision of Quality in the Baby Room
Microsoft TeamsFollowing the fantastic response to last year's webinar, we're delighted to welcome back Dr Mona Sakr and Dr Sara Bonetti for this interactive follow-up session. This webinar is designed for local authority […]
Early Years Career Development Open Event
Pen Green Research Pen Green Research, Training and Development Base,, Rockingham Road, Corby, Northamptonshire, United KingdomTake the Next Step in Your Early Years Career Whether you're looking to become an Early Years Teacher, develop your leadership, complete a degree or continue your professional learning, our […]
Kingswood Nursery Open Day
Kingswood Children's Centre Alberta Close, Corby, Northamptonshire, United KingdomAre you looking for a nursery where your child can feel safe, valued and inspired to learn? Join us at our Kingswood Community Nursery Open Day and discover how we […]
Early Years Professional Development Open Evening
Pen Green Research Pen Green Research, Training and Development Base,, Rockingham Road, Corby, Northamptonshire, United KingdomEarly Years Professional Development Open Day Wednesday 19 August | 4.00–7.00pmPen Green Research, Development and Training Base, Corby It's not too late to apply for a 2026 start. Whether you're […]
Early Years Stronger Practice Advisers Information Session
Microsoft TeamsEarly Years Stronger Practice Adviser (EYSPA) Information Session Could your setting or childminding provision benefit from free, tailored support from an experienced early years leader? Join our short online information […]
Pen Green Annual Conference 2026
Pen Green Research Pen Green Research, Training and Development Base,, Rockingham Road, Corby, Northamptonshire, United KingdomRelational Pedagogies: Trusting the Child and Knowing Yourself A Fully Funded East Midlands Early Years Stronger Practice Hub Conference Join us for an inspiring day exploring how relationships, kindness, play […]
How to Write Meaningful Observations
Microsoft TeamsHow to Write Meaningful Observations Many practitioners tell us that observation, assessment, and planning can feel overwhelming — especially when there’s pressure to record learning rather than truly understand it. […]
Childminder Speech and Language Network
Microsoft TeamsWe’re excited to bring together childminders through our Speech, Language and SEND Support Network, led by Karen Royle, Specialist Speech and Language Therapist. This informal online network runs alongside our […]
Schema and Maths Network
Microsoft TeamsThis network explores how schema theory can support meaningful mathematical learning experiences for young children and how practitioners can use children's schematic interests to inform planning, environments and interactions. Together, […]
Webinar Dreaming Up Maths: See the Possibilities in Play
Microsoft TeamsFriday 18 September 2026 | 11.30am–1pm | Online via Microsoft Teams Discover the maths hiding in everyday play Children love making things move, and ramps are a perfect invitation for […]
Ofsted Network
Microsoft TeamsJoin Jude Simpson, Senior His Majesty’s Inspector (SHMI), Ofsted, for our next Ofsted Network session. Following our previous session exploring curriculum under the renewed inspection framework, Jude will return to talk us through the updated Early Years Inspection Toolkit, due to be introduced from September. This session will explore the latest updates, what has changed […]
Speech and Language and SEND Support Network
Microsoft TeamsWe’re excited to bring together practitioners through our Speech, Language and SEND Support Network, led by Karen Royle, Specialist Speech and Language Therapist. This informal online network runs alongside our […]
Baby Room Network – Virtual Visit
Microsoft TeamsFor our next Baby Room Network, we’ll be doing something a little different and taking a virtual visit into the Pen Green baby room. We’ll explore the environment together, sharing the thinking behind how spaces, activities and resources have been set up and how these respond to the current interests and fascinations of the children. […]
Autism and Girls in Early Years
Microsoft TeamsA practical webinar exploring how autism may present in girls in the early years. Consider less visible presentations, communication and play, friendships, sensory and emotional regulation, and how we can […]
West Northants Training Session – Reflective Leadership in Early Years Practice
The Forum Moat Lane, Towcester, England, United KingdomReflective Leadership in Early Years Practice A collaborative leadership session from West Northamptonshire Council and the East Midlands Stronger Practice Hub Join us for a thoughtful and practical morning exploring reflective leadership in the early years sector. This session is designed to support leaders to strengthen self-evaluation, develop confident leadership practice, and create shared understanding […]
Early Years Teacher Degree Apprenticeship (EYTDA) Information Session
Microsoft TeamsThinking about becoming an Early Years Teacher? Join us to discover the brand new Early Years Teacher Degree Apprenticeship (EYTDA), delivered by Pen Green Research, Development and Training Base in partnership with the University of Greenwich. Starting in January 2027 this innovative apprenticeship offers the opportunity to achieve a BA (Hons) Early Years with Early […]
Childminder Speech and Language Network
Microsoft TeamsWe’re excited to bring together childminders through our Speech, Language and SEND Support Network, led by Karen Royle, Specialist Speech and Language Therapist. This informal online network runs alongside our funded 1:1 speech and language consultations and is designed specifically to support childminders in developing confidence in children’s speech, language and communication, including inclusive approaches […]
There the Dance Is: Bringing Co-Regulation into Practice
Microsoft TeamsThere the Dance Is: Bringing Co-Regulation into Practice From understanding children’s states to knowing how to respond This third session with Professor Sam Wass brings together the thinking explored across the There the Dance Is series and considers what it means for everyday early years practice. Drawing on Sam’s research into attention, regulation and the […]
How to Write Meaningful Observations
Microsoft TeamsHow to Write Meaningful Observations Many practitioners tell us that observation, assessment, and planning can feel overwhelming — especially when there’s pressure to record learning rather than truly understand it. This online practice clinic, led by highly experienced nursery practitioners, is designed to help you slow down, think deeply, and make sense of what you […]